Just Say Thanks
I have a ‘novel’ idea that will set you apart from the rest — in this competitive world of work. Write a thank-you note! With a pen. On stationery. Using your own words. And send it using a bona fide stamp.
We’re all in a hurry and our busy lives leave very little time for what you might think is an extravagance. But when a thank you is appropriate, for…
- an interview
- a referral
- a favor
- a meal
- a gift, or
- whatever
…invest a bit of your precious time to write that personal, sincere note. You’ll be noticed and it will pay off!
February 6th, 2008 at 8:49 pm
Here, here! The written note has become such a rarity these days that it makes a terrific impression. I always urge students who are interviewing for internships or jobs to drop a thank-you note to everyone they encounter at an interview. Another fan of the written note is Joann Lublin, author of the WS Journal’s “Managing Your Career” column. She devoted her entire column to the topic. Check it out.
February 10th, 2008 at 6:39 pm
I am a big fan of thank you notes, but timing is key. If one is interviewing for a job, and decisions are going to be made quickly, an email thank you is better than no thank you. Handwritten notes are the best if timing is not a concern.